City of Palos Heights State of the City - Mayor Robert Straz March, 2021
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City of Palos Heights
State of the City
Mayor Robert Straz
March, 2021
COVID-19 Coronavirus
Business and Resident Appreciation
Incentive Program
City of Palos Heights Return to Work business and Resident Appreciation Program
The Mayor and City Council of the City of Palos Heights in recognition of the difficult times everyone is
experiencing during the Covid 19 pandemic is looking to help kick off a return to normal campaign. As
such we will be offering incentives and rewards for business and residents. We value all you do for the
City and hope you are all well. To begin with the City will not charge late fees for water bills sent out to The “Love Local Business” program ended 8-1-2020.
• 1,829 Participants
retailers, restaurants, or city residents during the shutdown. In addition we are moving forward on a
Mayor and City Council approved program to incentivize residents to continue to support our business.
This program is for City residents only. When City Hall offices reopen to the public, a resident that
brings in at least $100 in original receipts from a Palos Heights retail or restaurant business obtained
between April 1, 2020 and July 1, 2020 may receive one of the following.
• Total Value = $98,520
1. Up to two free City 2020 vehicle stickers • 894 - Citizens stated this program encouraged
2. 30 free metra tokens
3. A $100 voucher to use at the City recreation center or Lake Katherine for any program or rental
in 2020.
them to shop & dine in Palos Heights.
This is a onetime only per household offer and you may claim only one of the above rewards per • Here is the breakdown of awards:
household. You will need to prove residency and provide appropriate identification and original proof of
purchases(s). For vehicle stickers proof of a Palos Heights vehicle registration for your address will be • Vehicle Stickers 1,670 $83,995
• Metra Tokens 22
required. This program will expire August 1, 2020. Thank you for your support.
$ 825
In addition if you own a business we would like to be sure you are aware of the following assistance • Vouchers for REC or Lake Katherine 137 $13,700
programs.
https://www.cookcountyil.gov/service/covid-19-community-recovery-initiative
https://www.uschamber.com/co/start/strategy/federal-small-business-stimulus-aid-programs-guide
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/Resources/Pages/EconomicAssistance.aspx
CITY FINANCES
City General Fund Balance 2003-2020
Grants to City 2011 $114,000.00 2012 $238,462.00 2013 $1,062,298.00 2014 $1,088,898.00 2015 $1,543,308.00 2016 $371,129.00 2017 $343,092.97 2018 $438,358.23 2019 $245,261.41 2020 $568,215.39 From All Sources. 10-Year Total = $6,013,023.00
CITY PROJECTS
2020 City Projects City Roads Program Palmer Park Reconstruction Cook County Grant – to Improve Ridgeland Avenue Route 83 Tank Rehabilitation New Glass Partitions for City Hall Front Counter 2 New Dump Trucks Sanitary Sewer and Structure Repairs
Annual Roads Program
Map of Completed Areas
And Year of Completion
Annual Roads Program
2001 295,000.00
2002 764,707.40
2003 912,349.62
2004 252,020.47
2005 260,701.53
2006 332,830.75
2007 340,014.10
2008 531,546.56
2009 582,242.45
2010 223,927.98
2011 223,186.55
2012 234,450.69
2013 295,130.17
2014 384,769.00
2015 411,713.82
2016 346,221.85
2017 396,836.57
2018 677,492.52
2019 503,400.67
2020 550,000.00
Annual average over 20 years 425,927.13Palmer Park January, 2019 – a $400,000 grant was awarded to the City from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. 2020-2021 - Construction Design included participation from area residents and requests for: Improved parking area Accessible play areas Zipline feature Soccer and baseball practice fields Small shelter Basketball, pickle ball, and tennis courts Drinking fountain, and Multi- use path around the perimeter
2021 City Projects Misty Meadows Park Development New Park Development – East of Rec Center 911 Center Remodeling / Repurposing Water Main Replacement from Supply at Alsip Location on Rt. 83 Ridgeland Avenue Improvements 123rd Street Reconstruction 2021 Roads Program COVID Program Recovery in Recreation & Lake Katherine Oversee the Reconstruction & Restoration of Areas Affected by the Oak Lawn Water Main Improvement Project Local Roads Program
Ridgeland Avenue
2021
Cook County IGA* Improvements
To continue improvements
already made. The $500,000
grant from Cook County will
improve:
Curb
Gutter
Medians from 135th Street to
Route 83
*IGA = Intergovernmental AgreementGrants for Parking Improvements
Cal Sag Trail / Lake Katherine
2022 ConstructionRecreation Center Fitness Center Memberships Room Rentals Open Gym Programs
Fitness Center
Membership Privileges:
Free access to 1/12 mile 3-lane indoor track with
sports flooring
Open Gym
Towel Service
Complete line of cardio equipment
Complete line of Precor strength machines and
free weights
Complimentary new member orientation
Access to certified Personal Trainers (fee)
Access to childcare during your workout (fee)
Silver Sneakers programPool Season 2021
REGISTER BEFORE THE POOL OPENS
AT A DISCOUNTED RATE!
“Early Bird” registrations will be accepted at the Recreation Center.Return to Normal
Annual Events
Classic Car Event
Independence Day
Family Movie NightsNew Businesses Opened in 2020 Palos Heights Senior Living. 100 W. College Drive: the 178-unit Senior Living Residence began moving in residents in JANUARY 2020. Currently near 50% capacity. https://spectrumretirement.com/palosheights-senior-living-il-palosheights; (708) 469-4012 LaBella Uniforms. 11845 Southwest Highway: MARCH 2020, LaBella Uniforms opened as COVID-19 was challenging businesses to stay open. LaBella Uniforms caters to the medical community and schools. www.labellauniforms.com; (708) 966-7773 Central Discount Cleaners. 12216 S. Harlem: SEPTEMBER 2020, Central Discount Cleaners relocated into the building with the Marmo Tailoring Shop, thereby offering one-stop cleaning and tailoring. (708) 448-0209 Capri Pizza Carryout. 12307 S. Harlem: OCTOBER 2020, Capri expanded its menu and service by offering convenient dinner-time pizza carryout. www.eatatcapri.com; (708) 671-1657 Sassy Girl Chalet Marketplace. 7224 W. College Drive: OCTOBER 2020, Located in Tiffany Square, this boutique offers jewelry and unique gifts, with online presence at www.3pinkbears.com; (708) 752- 5397 House to Home. 12343 S. Harlem: OCTOBER 2020, House to Home (aka, Amy Lynn Hand Made) is a unique boutique that offers handmade home décor and special gifts. Owner Amy Paladin is a Palos Heights resident. Her success at the Kris Kringle Market inspired her to open her very own shop in town. www.amylynnhandmade.com; (708) 207-9003 Xcellent Taekwondo Center. 6105 W. 127th St: OCTOBER 2020, Jeffery Williams, a USA Taekwondo National Team Coach relocated his studio next to Ace Hardware in the Indian Trails Shopping Center. www.xtctkd.com; (773) 322-6473 Precision Dance Project. 6350 W. 135th St: OCTOBER 2020, Precision Dance Studio relocated from Midlothian into the former Limitless Dance Studio. www.precisiondanceproject.com; (708) 535-1300 Franklins Pie Company, 12306 S. Harlem: NOVEMBER 2020, Franklins Public House expanded its brand with Franklins Pie Company, located next door. Serving: freshly made pies, sandwiches, soups & salads, coffee bar, and ice cream. www.franklinspiecompany.com; (708) 671-8142
Palos Heights Senior Living
Spectrum Retirement Community
opened 2020
7100 W. College Drive
Completed construction in 2019
Resident occupancy began in 2020
Current occupancy at approximately 50%
3 Living options available:
Independent living
Assisted living
Memory care
(708) 247-5501
www.spectrumretirement.comCommercial Occupancy
Total SF and Vacancy
2020Businesses That Have Already
Opened or Expanded in 2021
Marmo Tailoring. 12216 S. Harlem: Celebrated 50 years in Palos Heights! first opened July 1971, and ever since
has been tailoring weddings, proms, suits and more. (708) 448-3143
Andy’s Frozen Custard. 12755 S. Harlem: JANUARY 2021, Andy’s Frozen Custard opened on the Outlot next to
Jewel-Osco. Andy’s is a new and unique venue, and features a variety of tasty frozen custard flavors with a wide
assortment of toppings. www.eatandys.com
Manhattan Firehouse Grill. 12658 S. Harlem (former Nick’s BBQ): FEBRUARY 2021, owner Anthony Twohill is
opening his second Manhattan Firehouse Grill in the original firehouse of Manhattan, Illinois. This homegrown
local restaurant is expanding to Palos Heights with its menu of hand-formed, flame-broiled burgers, hand-cut
fries, homemade meatballs, marinara, cheese sticks, and battered onion rings.
www.manhattanfirehousegrill.com; (708) 586-2015
Quality Plus Photo. 12240 S. Harlem: FEBRUARY 2021, QPP is moving next door to 12244 S. Harlem in order to
expand its photo lab and shop space by 45 percent. QPP provides photo service, prints & enlargements, photo
restoration, video-to-digital transfers, slideshows, passport photos, photo classes, photo gifts & keepsakes, etc.,
and all in a larger setting. www.qualityplusphoto.com
Hauser Chiropractor Care. 7230 W. 127th St: MARCH 2021, Owner Kevin Hauser, DC is returning to Palos
Heights from North Carolina. (708) 827-5441 or (708) 448-2140Businesses Coming / Expanding in 2021 Meshico Restaurant. 7231 W College: ~MARCH 2021, An all-new Mexican restaurant will open next to Jullianni’s in the Southwick Commons Shopping Plaza. The menu features authentic Mexican cuisine with unique blends of spices that season vibrant colors of fresh ingredients to satisfy discerning taste buds. Menu items include mesquite grilled carne asada or fajitas, mole poblano, hamburgers, barbacoa and craveable guacamole, all accompanied with their signature aguas frescas. Dunkin’. 11851 Southwest Highway: ~MARCH/APRIL 2021, Dunkin’ Donuts is constructing an all new free-standing Dunkin’ Donuts with a drive-up window. Located immediately north of CVS. The newly relocated Dunkin’ will offer easy access from Southwest Highway, and a convenient breakfast stop before your morning commute on Metra. www.dunkindonuts.com Fat Papa’s. 11845 Southwest Highway: ~APRIL 2021, An all-new, uniquely branded restaurant. The first Fat Papa’s location in the Chicagoland area. Its menu features Chicago's favorite comfort foods, including Italian Beef, fresh Italian Sausage, Vienna Hot Dogs, Hand-cut French Fries, spaghetti and meatballs. www.fatpapaschicago.com; (708) 586-2230 Steve’s Bite. 11906 S. Harlem Avenue (former Tastee Freeze location): ~APRIL 2021, Steve’s Bite is a unique carryout restaurant, and Palos Heights will be its second location. Its menu includes burgers, Philly Steak, chicken, gyros, Italian beef, organic, vegetarian, low sodium, and healthy choices with rice and salads. https://stevesbite.com Harmony Restaurant II. 13248 S. 76th Avenue: ~SUMMER 2021, This will be the owner’s second Harmony Restaurant, and will feature Japanese and Korean style hibachi cooking prepared on a hot grill at your table. Hibachi cooking combines great taste with table-side entertainment by an artisan chef. Harmony II will also include a separate sushi bar and BBQ room, as well as traditional Chinese cuisine. www.harmonyasianrestaurant.com
Current Restaurants
Current Restaurants
National Brands
Building Department
Public Works / Water Department
New Location for 2 City Offices The Building Department and Economic/Community Development will occupy the former 911 Center West Wing City Hall Late 2021
Palos Heights Police Department
Lake Katherine
Come back to nature…
At Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens!
Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens is an 85-
acre non-profit park that includes woodlands, prairie,
wetlands, gardens and a 10-acre lake.
An estimated 100,000 people come to the park each year to
hike, jog, walk their dogs or to simply enjoy the beauty of the
gardens and the abundant opportunities to see wildlife.
In the warmer months Lake Katherine has canoes and kayaks to
rent and the Cal-Sag Trail provides a beautiful cycling route for
nature lovers.
Our nature center features a menagerie of reptiles, animals and
interesting books and exhibits for kids. We also have a
children's play area located in the Children's Forrest.
Venues for special occasions and events are available by calling
708.361.1873 to make an appointment.Palos Heights Public Library
Public Arts Commission
Palos Heights Television – Channel 4
Transparency / Access to Information / Social Media
Facebook Follower Counts At-A-Glance
Twitter
Constant Contact Facebook: 1,807
Newsletter/program book
Live broadcasts of Council Twitter: 721
Meetings
Open Council/Committee Email Subscribers: 3,469
meetings
CH 4 programing Instagram: 85
City Website
www.palosheights.orgThank you.
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